Waterville Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 22 May 2026 12:40 CDT
Snow Forecast for Waterville Valley
Snow and Weather from 22 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Waterville Valley Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Waterville Valley?
| Next Snow Expected | 30 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | - |
Forecast for today in Waterville Valley
Max 16℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
22
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Forecast times for Waterville Valley are in New York (US/Eastern) time zone.
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| Fri 22 | Sat 23 | Sun 24 | Mon 25 | Tue 26 | Wed 27 | Thu 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F2 | E F2 | SE F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | ||
| 1,220m | 10℃
| 11℃
 | 3℃
 | 15℃
| 19℃
| 10℃
| 11℃
|
| NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 910m | 13℃
| 13℃
| 5℃
| 17℃
| 21℃
| 12℃
| 13℃
|
| NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 600m | 16℃
| 16℃
| 8℃
| 19℃
| 23℃
| 14℃
| 15℃
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 16℃ | 16℃ | 8℃ | 19℃ | 23℃ | 14℃ | 15℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | 8℃ | 4℃ | 5℃ | 9℃ | 8℃ | 3℃ |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Snow Reliability
Waterville Valley typically receives an average snowfall of 150 inches per season, ensuring reliable snow cover throughout the winter. For the latest snow depth updates and conditions, be sure to check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Waterville Valley
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Waterville Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Waterville Valley, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Waterville Valley is not always controlled (slopes made safe from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Waterville Valley will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Waterville Valley for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.